What is the cheapest way to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Salcombe and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Salcombe to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Totnes and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Salcombe to Bournemouth?

The distance between Salcombe and Bournemouth is 261 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

How do I travel from Salcombe to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £110 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salcombe to Bournemouth train from?

Salcombe to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Totnes station.

Where does the Salcombe to Bournemouth train arrive?

Salcombe to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Salcombe to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Salcombe to Bournemouth is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Salcombe to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Salcombe to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salcombe to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Totnes to Readingtrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 8m
£115–202
Drive 123.7 mi
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1. Drive from Salcombe to Bournemouthcar 123.7 mi
2h 33m
£31–44
Line 164 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shadycombe Road to Station Roadbus 164
2. Take the train from Totnes to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
6h 12m
Line 164 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shadycombe Road to Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotelbus 164
2. Take the bus from Opposite Royal Seven Stars Hotel to Bus Stationbus 7
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
6. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
9h 15m

Salcombe to Bournemouth by bus and train

102Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.7 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Salcombe, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a bus from McIlwraith Road to Bournemouth via Station Road, Totnes, and Reading in around 6h 8m.

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